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Time of India
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The Summer Hikaru Died episode 2 leaves anime fans shocked, calling it ‘wild and unsettling' as things get creepy
The Summer Hikaru Died episode 2: Episode 2 of The Summer Hikaru Died has left anime fans both stunned and intrigued, thanks to its unsettling mix of mystery and eerie moments. Viewers are calling the episode 'wild and unsettling' as the story delves further into its dark, supernatural themes. With new revelations and an increasingly haunting tone, the series keeps audiences hooked and eager to see what happens next. The Summer Hikaru Died episode 2 shocks anime fans The Summer Hikaru Died episode 2 brought in some major twists, and romance also found its place. After watching the episode, many viewers felt it was wild and left them with an unsettling feeling. Taking to X, one wrote, 'This scene is just so wild and is definitely not letting Yoshiki go away at all even if he tries. The whole episode you can see how dead his eyes are and he's trying to live in the delusion that everything is okay.' A second went on to add, 'The Summer Hikaru Died EP 2 is an even more beautiful visual spectacle of spectral, personal & societal horror all merged into one package.' A third went on to add, 'Osako's direction is very ambitious, his usage of pov & ost to depict the horror atmosphere is exceptional also his SB are brilliant.' #HikarugaShindaNatsuThe Summer Hikaru Died #2. ED/SB: Mitsuhiro Osako AD: Mai Watanabe & Ryuunosuke Ouji. Osako's direction is very ambitious, his usage of pov & ost to depict the horror atmosphere is exceptional also his SB are brilliant The Summer Hikaru Died Episode 2Yoshiki didn't even know how to feel after putting his hand on Hikaru…Also the village ppl including Hikaru family are wired and sus… The Summer Hikaru Died #2 #ひかなつアニメThis scene is just so wild and unsettling😭Hikaru is definitely not letting Yoshiki go away at all even if he tries. The whole episode you can see how dead his eyes are and he's trying to live in the delusion that everything is okay The Summer Hikaru Died EP 2 is an even more beautiful visual spectacle of spectral, personal & societal horror all merged into one package - boasting an even larger vision than its premiere, and delivering on all previous fonts, only so.. So much better. #光が死んだ夏 #TheSummerHikaruDied hikanatsu ep 2 🎉 the op is trippy and i love how the quick flashes offer glimpses at the parts of the story and esp of hikaru What is The Summer Hikaru Died episode 2 about? The Summer Hikaru Died episode 2 is divided into three parts. First, Yoshiki and the fake 'Hikaru' keep acting like normal friends. Next, Tanaka looks into Matsuura's shocking death from the last episode. Finally, in the epilogue, Yoshiki runs into Rie Kurebayashi. The Summer Hikaru Died manga The Summer Hikaru Died is a Japanese manga created by Mokumokuren. It started serializing on Kadokawa Shoten's Young Ace Up website in August 2021. By July 2025, the series has been compiled into seven tankōbon volumes. You can stream The Summer Hikaru Died on Netflix.
Express Tribune
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Netflix debuts highly anticipated horror-slice of life anime, 'The Summer Hikaru Died'
The Summer Hikaru Died has premiered on Netflix, bringing Mokumokuren's award-winning manga to a wider audience in an atmospheric new anime adaptation. Directed by Ryohei Takeshita and produced by CygamesPictures, the series blends slice-of-life storytelling with a gradual, pervasive sense of dread, set in the quiet, rural landscapes of Japan. The series has arrived with significant anticipation from fans of the manga, who praised its emotional storytelling and unique visual style. Online discussions and fan communities have closely followed the adaptation process, sharing excitement over the casting, music selection, and commitment to preserving the manga's quiet, unsettling tone. This strong fan interest has positioned The Summer Hikaru Died as one of the most anticipated anime releases of the season on Netflix. The series centres on two childhood friends, Yoshiki Tsujinaka and Hikaru Indou, whose bond shapes their daily lives in a small, isolated village. This relationship is disrupted when Hikaru disappears into the mountains and returns under unsettling circumstances. The narrative explores the emotional and psychological impact of grief and change, offering viewers a reflective approach to horror rather than relying on conventional scares. The Summer Hikaru Died also incorporates themes of identity and connection, using its supernatural premise to explore complex emotional dynamics without losing focus on its central friendship narrative. The series features an opening theme by Vaundy and an ending theme by Tooboe, with voice performances led by Chiaki Kobayashi and Shuichiro Umeda. Premiering on July 5, The Summer Hikaru Died is now streaming exclusively on Netflix. Episode two will air on July 12.
Time of India
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The Summer Hikaru Died episode 2 release date: When to watch the Japanese anime
The Summer Hikaru Died episode 2 release date | Credit: Netflix The Summer Hikaru Died episode 2 release date: After a chilling and mysterious premiere, The Summer Hikaru Died has quickly become one of the most talked-about new anime series of the season. The first episode has left fans both captivated and craving answers. Naturally, anticipation for episode 2 is at an all-time high. If you've watched the first episode, here's a look at when the second episode will be released. The Summer Hikaru Died episode 2 release date The Summer Hikaru Died episode 2 will be released on Netflix on 12th July 2025. What is the story of The Summer Hikaru Died ? It tells the story of Yoshiki, a high schooler in a quiet Japanese village, who realizes that his closest friend, Hikaru, is no longer truly human but has been overtaken by something beyond this world. Yoshiki must now face eerie dangers while trying to come to terms with what their friendship has become. The Summer Hikaru Died manga The series started its serialization on Kadokawa Shoten's Young Ace Up website in August 2021. By July 2025, seven tankōbon volumes compiling its chapters had been released. Mokumokuren came up with the idea for the manga while preparing for exams and began sharing illustrations on Twitter. This caught the attention of the Young Ace Up editorial team, who then invited Mokumokuren to serialize the work on their platform. After the debut of the first volume, the manga achieved both critical acclaim and commercial success, selling 200,000 copies within three months and earning praise for its storytelling, art, and character development. For more news and updates from the world of OTT, and celebrities from Hollywood, keep reading Indiatimes Entertainment. First Published: Jul 06, 2025, 16:31 IST Iraa Paul writes for Indiatimes Entertainment section - She has equal passion for hot coffee and hot OTT content. She is a pro at suggesting movies and series to watch on the weekend or when you are having a bad day.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
"The Summer Hikaru Died" Anime Reveals 2nd Main Trailer and New Casts
Unveils the Opening Theme Song "saikai" performed by Vaundy ~Streaming Worldwide Only on Netflix from July 5th~ TOKYO, June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CyberAgent, Inc. today has revealed the second main trailer and additional cast announcements of the television anime of up-and-coming award winning author Mokumokuren's "The Summer Hikaru Died" (original published by KADOKAWA, co-produced by CyberAgent and KADOKAWA, animation produced by CygamesPictures). "The Summer Hikaru Died" is a hit horror manga series about an ordinary high school boy, Yoshiki, who experiences various mysterious incidents in his life with Hikaru, a mysterious being who imitates his best friend Hikaru Indo. The story of "whatever it is" and the boy's madness has garnered significant attention, making it a must-see anime film. The newly revealed second main trailer features the opening theme song "saikai" performed by Vaundy which is also unveiled for the first time. Additionally, comments from the new cast members, Yoshiki Nakajima as Yuta Maki and Shion Wakayama as Yuki Tadokoro have also arrived. The Anime "The Summer Hikaru Died" will be available on Netflix worldwide from July 5th, 2025. We will continue to provide additional details. Second Main Trailer: Vaundy chosen to perform the opening theme song！ The opening theme song will be performed by Vaundy, a notable artist leading Japan's latest music scene! "saikai" filled with inspiration from reading the original manga, can be heard in the 2nd main trailer. The opening footage of the main story will start broadcasting and distributing from episode 2, so don't miss it! "saikai" by VaundyMusic, lyrics and arranged by Vaundy(SDR / Sony Music Labels） Comments from Vaundy This time, I wrote down the opening theme song " saikai " for "The Summer Hikaru Died". I made it into a song with the same uneasy feeling I got when reading the original manga, not knowing what would happen every time I turned the page. I hope it has become a song that challenges the music of anime in the future. Who would you want to meet again if you had the chance? Vaundy Profile Information A multi-talented 24 years old artist who handles all of his own lyrics, composition, and arrangement, as well as design, video direction, and self-production. He started posting songs on YouTube in the spring of 2019. With catchy melodies like "Tokyo Flash" and "Fukakouryoku" and a wide range of genre songs, he quickly became a hot topic on SNS. He has been attracting attention as a symbolic figure of the "Reiwa" era in streaming music, with 17 songs exceeding 100 million plays, setting a record for the most by a Japanese male solo artist. From February 2026, he will also be the youngest male solo artist in history to hold a tour in four major city domes (with an expected audience of about 300,000 in 6 live concerts). With his natural voice that catches the ear and becomes addictive at first listen, and his wide-ranging song sense that suggests extraordinary talent, he is leading the Japan's latest music scene. New Cast Comments Arrived! Yuta Maki (CV: Yoshiki Nakajima)Classmate of Yoshiki. A funster with a shaved head. I'm Yoshiki Nakajima, and I'll be voicing Yuta Maki. Maki shakes up the mood of the story—in a good way! He uses all kinds of tricks (laughs). In this "abnormal" world that clings to you like sweaty summer heat, doesn't the "normal" daily life of Maki and Yuki offer a refreshing contrast? Since the shocking first chapter of the manga, I've been drawn into this world. I hope I can share that feeling with you soon. Please look forward to the anime! Yuki Tadokoro (CV: Shion Wakayama)Classmate of Yoshiki. Childhood friend of Asako Yamagishi. When I first read the manga, I was completely drawn into its unique atmosphere—how it captures the abnormal side of everyday summer life, quietly existing right next to the normal. Even though the characters live like they're walking a tightrope and have long left "normal" behind, that same unchanged normal life is still waiting for them at school. I truly, truly love this world and its atmosphere. I'll do my very best to help bring that feeling to the anime. About "The Summer Hikaru Died" A hit horror manga series about an ordinary high school boy, Yoshiki, who experiences various mysterious incidents in his life with Hikaru, a mysterious being who imitates his best friend Hikaru Indo. The story of "whatever it is" and the boy's madness has garnered significant attention, making it a must-see anime film. Follow "The Summer Hikaru Died" for the latest news and announcements： Official website: Official X: Introduction In a certain villageSince their childhood, they have grown up and Hikaru, childhood sun shining down on themthe chirping sound of a crypto tympana facialisIce cream on the way home Laughing over trivial thingsOne day in summer, no different from any other day ...... You're not Hikaru after all, are you? Half a year ago, Hikaru went missing in the mountains.A week later, he came back on a voice, the figure, the thing that looked like HikaruWhat was stirring inside... "Hikaru is no longer with us. ...... if that's the case." Starting the days with "something" in the form of a friend,The "same as usual" everyday at the same incidents begin to plague the village. Falling into the unknown "something"The curtain rises on a coming-of-age horror story. Key Visual Work Information Original story: Based on the comic "The Summer Hikaru Died" by Mokumokuren, originally serialized in the YOUNG ACE UP published by KADOKAWADirector/Series Composition: Ryohei TakeshitaCharacter Design/Chief Animation Director: Yuichi TakahashiDORODORO Animator: Masanobu HiraokaAnimation Production: CygamesPictures Copyright: ©Mokumokuren/KADOKAWA/The Summer Hikaru Died PartnersCopyrights must be indicated when posting or using the image materials. Original work informationTitle: "The Summer Hikaru DiedAuthor: MokumokurenPreviously published: Volumes 1-5 (Kadokawa Comics A) Available on YenPresshttps:// View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE CyberAgent, Inc.
